Astoria

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Golden Sands Beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Sports facility
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Golden Sands, Varna, Varna Province, 9007
  • Place, Aquapolis
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Sands Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Trifon Zarezan Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Varna (VAR-Varna Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Side Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Side Sea View (single use)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Side Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony (single use)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Single Use)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Varna

On the beach.Your stay at this Primorski hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Golden Sands Beach and Aquapolis. Trifon Zarezan Beach and Golden Sands Yacht Port are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Aquapolis - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Golden Sands Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Trifon Zarezan Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nirvana Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sveti Sveti Konstantin & Elena Monastery - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Varna Station - 27 min drive
  • Varna (VAR-Varna Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪INTERNATIONAL Hotel Casino & Tower Suites - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪SKYFALL Infinity Pool & Terrace - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Steak House Havana - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Steak House Old Oak - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Astoria

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Golden Sands Beach
Astoria is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Astoria like a children's club and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive hotel also offers a children's pool, a steam room, and a fitness center. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Varna hotel.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Astoria offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Varna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Astoria to the airport?

Astoria is 14.9 mi (38-min drive) away from the Varna (VAR-Varna Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Astoria have an airport shuttle?

Astoria offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Astoria to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Astoria offer free breakfast?

Astoria offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Astoria?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Astoria?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Astoria?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

Does Astoria have a pool?

Astoria features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Astoria have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Astoria have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis and massages.

How close is Astoria to downtown Varna?

Astoria is 0.4 mi away from Golden Sands.

Astoria Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Shay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ude stuff, incorrect information about the hotel

There was some incorect information about the hotel services. It says that the restaurants in the hotel are open but actually they were closed. The manager was very rude when I came to complain.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing. The staff was friendly and professiinal. The all inclusive food and drinks were very good and helpful with a picky 3yo toddler. It would be nice for the hotel to provide more parking, it was paid, but at $4 per day it was not too bad
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel for families. The staff were amazing, especially the animation staff. Room was lovely, comfy beds. Everything was very clean and well looked after. Food was mostly good, not great but plentiful with lots of choice. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place - it overachieved my expectations. Food was very delicious and in wide variety, the hotel was clean and the staff was polite and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Kudos to the team! Totally recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a very good hotel just a few little teething problems with this being a new property eg elevators on block 2 not working quite right unlevel with the floor you get out at (trip hazard) house keeping on 8 floor need training to get to riu standards(eg hover floors dead wasp behind curtain for are week stay very poor bed making skills )overhall very pleasent stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! I would highly recommend to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bello, nuovo ma il cibo?

Gran bella struttura con cibo ridicole te scarso.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

TURKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ممتاز ولكن خيارات الطعام لم تكن متعددة بالذات فيما يخص الاكل الحلال.. وللأسف كانت اكثر الاطباق تحتوي على لحم الخنزير المحرم على المسلمين
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Anna

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tibor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

ALI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018